Some follow-up questions could have provided some much needed perspective.

If yes to any of the above questions, answer the questions below. During the months that you had difficulty paying for food...

11. Did you spend money on cigarettes or other tobacco products?12. Did you spend money on alcoholic beverages?13. Did you spend money on crack?14. Did you spend money on lotto tickets?15. Did you spend money on cable TV?16. Did you spend money on mobile phone(s)?17. Did you spend money on professional sex workers?18. Was any member of your household obese?